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CRVW3 Three-Channel Vibrating Wire Datalogger

Updated:2025-03-13

Brand: Campbell
Model: CRVW3
Description: The CRVW3 is a self-contained, low-cost, three-channel vibrating wire data logger. It is designed to be an independent data logger, or a component of your larger radio-linked data-acquisition network
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CRVW3 Three-Channel Vibrating Wire Datalogger Description：

Datasheet

The CRVW3 is a self-contained, low-cost, three-channel vibrating wire data logger. It is designed to be an independent data logger, or a component of your larger radio-linked data-acquisition network when it is configured with available wireless communication options. The CRVW3 includes a factory-integrated power supply and a weatherproof enclosure.

Detailed Description

The CRVW3 uses vibrating wire spectral-analysis technology (VSPECT®) to provide the best measurement possible for vibrating wire sensors. VSPECT® observes the incoming sensor signal, performs a Fourier transform and a spectral analysis (transforming the time series into individual sinusoidal components in the frequency spectrum), and determines the sensor frequency by identifying the strongest signal in the acceptable range while filtering out environmental and electrical noise.

The CRVW3 provides the following data: the resonant sensor frequency, thermistor resistance for temperature calculation, and diagnostic values to help determine the validity of the frequency measurement.

Benefits and Features

Reads and stores data from one to three vibrating wire sensors

Charge regulator included for solar panel connection

Enclosure rated to IP66

Simple programming interface

Integrated rechargeable or alkaline battery options

Compatible with many existing Campbell Scientific data acquisition networks

PakBus router/radio repeater capabilities

CRVW3 Three-Channel Vibrating Wire Datalogger Specifications：

Operating Temperature Range	-40° to +70°C Non-condensing environment
Processor	ST ARM CORTEX-M4 (32-bit with hardware FPU, running at 144 MHz)
Data Storage	16 MB serial flash, up to 420,000 records (single channel), up to 160,000 records (3 channels)
Real-Time Clock Accuracy	±3 min. per year
Measurement Interval Range	1 s to 1 day
USB Micro B	Direct connect to PC (supplies power for configuration and data collection), 2.0 full speed, 12 Mbps
Configuration	Software configurable, no programming required
Compliance	RoHS
Warranty	One year against defects in materials and workmanship
Weatherproof Enclosure Rating	NEMA 4X (IP66) with proper use of cable entry points
Enclosure Mounting	Stainless-steel universal mount for pole/wall mount (optional) or plastic mounting tabs (included)
Static Vibrating Wire Measurements	Supported
Enclosure Dimensions	24.1 x 22.9 x 14.0 cm (9.5 x 9.0 x 5.5 in.)
Weight	4.2 kg (9.2 lb) with rechargeable battery 3.0 kg (6.6 lb) with alkaline batteries
Power
Charge Terminal	16 to 28 Vdc (from solar panel or dc power converter)
Battery Options	Rechargeable 7 Ah or 8 D-cell alkaline
Current Drain	1 mA (no radio, basic operation) ~37.5 mA/s (each time a channel is measured)
Measurements
Channel Count	3 vibrating wire (VW) and 3 thermistor/RTD (temperature) measurements
Measurement Speed	1 s per sensor (VW and temperature)
Measurements - Vibrating Wire
Measurement Excitation Options	2 V (±1 V), 5 V (±2.5 V),12 V (±6 V)
Measurement (Frequency) Resolution	0.001 Hz RMS (-40° to +70°C)
Time-series Basic Resolution	24-bit ADC
Measurement Accuracy	±0.005% of reading (-40° to +70°C)
Measurement Method	VSPECT^® (Spectral Analysis), U.S. Patent No. 7,779,690, includes diagnostic data
Measurements - Temperature (Resistance)
-NOTE-	Thermistor or RTD resistance can be scaled to Temperature (Deg C) per manufacturer specifications. The resulting temperature can be used as a correction factor for the sensor’s output.
Measurement Method	Half-bridge ratiometric, 24-bit ADC, built-in completion resistor 4.99 kΩ 0.1%
Thermistor Precision	0.020 Ω RMS @ 3000 Ω (~0.00015 °C RMS for most vibrating wire thermistors)
Accuracy	±0.15% of reading (-40° to +70°C)
-RF407 Option
Internal Radio Description	5 to 250 mW, user selectable; 902 to 928 MHz license-free band, frequency hopping spread-spectrum radio
Radio Repeater	Devices with the -RF407 option can be set up as a radio repeater.
Where Used	US, Canada
Compliance Information	MCQ-XB900HP (United States FCC Part 15.247) 1846A-XB900HP (Industry Canada ([IC]) RCPDIXB15-0672-A2 (Mexico IF)
-RF412 Option
Internal Radio Description	5 to 250 mW, user selectable; 915 to 928 MHz license-free band, frequency hopping spread-spectrum radio
Radio Repeater	Devices with the -RF412 option can be set up as a radio repeater.
Where Used	Australia
Compliance Information	ACMA RCM MCQ-XB900HP (United States FCC Part 15.247) 1846A-XB900HP (Industry Canada [IC])
-RF422 Option
Internal Radio Description	2 to 25 mW, user selectable; 863 to 870 MHz license-free band, frequency hopping spread-spectrum radio
Where Used	Europe and some of Asia (ETSI)
EU Conformity	View the EU Declaration of Conformity in the Documents section of the web page.
-RF452 Option
Internal Radio Description	10 to 1,000 mW, user selectable; 902 to 928 MHz license-free band, frequency hopping spread-spectrum radio
Radio Repeater	Devices with the -RF452 option can be set up as a radio repeater.
Where Used	US, Canada, Australia
Compliance Information	KNYAMM0921TT (United States FCC ID) 2329B-AMM0921TT (Canada [IC])